Strategic Procurement Engineering Manager (SPEM) - KENYA

Reference: SPEM/KENYA/2025_1751358099

Now Hiring: Strategic Procurement Engineering Manager (SPEM)


Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Salary: $50,000 - $70,000 USD (Gross, Per Annum)

EWI is proud to be partnering with a leading renewable energy developer based in Kenya, seeking to expand their team with the appointment of a Strategic Procurement Engineering Manager (SPEM). This role is instrumental in supporting the execution of solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects across East and West Africa.

The successful candidate will lead procurement strategy and bring technical engineering expertise to ensure high-quality, cost-effective delivery of renewable energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the negotiation of EPC and supplier contracts

  • Provide technical engineering input on solar and BESS projects

  • Ensure quality assurance of equipment, materials, and services

  • Drive effective cost management and project budgeting

  • Manage and maintain strategic supplier relationships

  • Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant regulations, standards, and internal policies


Candidate Profile:

  • Proven track record in procurement and contract negotiation within the renewables or infrastructure sector

  • Strong technical understanding of solar PV systems and battery storage solutions

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

  • Experience in multi-country or regional project environments

  • Strategic thinker with strong commercial and analytical capabilities

This is a great opportunity for a driven professional to contribute to the region's clean energy growth and take on a key role in a fast-growing organisation. Ideal for candidates based in or open to relocating to Nairobi or Lagos.

To express interest or request further information, please contact:
[email protected]

#renewables #solarpv #procurement #engineeringjobs #bess #cleanenergy #hiring #kenya #nigeria #energytransition #EWIjobs

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

$50,000.00 - $70,000.00
Per annum
USD50000 - USD70000 per annum + Gross

Kenya

Full Time

Added 01/07/2025
Reference: SPEM/KENYA/2025_1751358099

Strategic Procurement Engineering Manager (SPEM) - KENYA

Kenya
Full Time

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